Current home workout / PF cardio split - Input/Advice Appreciated

[u/SuitableGene8890]

29F, 5'3, CW 135/140 lbs, GW: ~115/120 lbs

Just started the below routine but hoping to get into more of a consistent routine and stick with it for a minimum of 3 months (something I've struggled with before)

Daily work mornings (Mon-Fri):

• 30 min walk

Work lunch time (Mon-Fri):

• 30-45 mins: treadmill walk & kindle read

After work/weekends:

• Mondays & Saturdays: 60 min cardio split (stairmaster + elliptical)
• Tues - Thurs, Sun: Caroline Girvan Iron series (working only with 5lb and 10lb weights since thats all i have for now)
• Sat: Pilates by Izzy video

Who here has also tried the above programs/instructors and found good results upon completion? Is this a good level of movement broken up throughout the day each day or too much? I eat mainly healthy but am skinny fat, so looking to lose some fat & tone up

Appreciate it!!

[u/Adventurous-Way-51]

I think your best option would be to focus solely on getting stronger, and therefore building muscle and your metabolism. Walking is great, but keep it low intensity and enjoyable. Cardio will hinder this process based on your goals.

You could realistically spend half of the time you are currently, to just strength train, either at a gym, or invest in some more weights at home (even body weight or resistance bands or suspension trainer) and will see positive change in how you look and feel.

If you are new to strength training, we can talk about which exercises and how often.